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A mere (specifically a Mere Pounamu) is a traditional close-quarters striking weapon of the Māori in New Zealand, made entirely from New Zealand jade (Pounamu or Greenstone). It is flat, teardrop-shaped and regarded as the highest status symbol for chiefs and warriors

From a private collection. Vintage, mid-20th century

Ein Mere (spezifisch Mere Pounamu) ist eine traditionelle, Kurzdistanz-Schlagwaffe der Māori in Neuseeland, die vollständig aus neuseeländischer Jade (Pounamu oder Greenstone) gefertigt ist. Es ist flach, tränenförmig abgerundet und gilt als das höchste Statussymbol für Häuptlinge und Krieger


Aus privater Sammlung. Vintage, Mitte des 20. Jahrhunderts

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Vintage Greenstone - Greenstone Mere - Maori - New Zealand

Mid 20th century - Jade (Not tested) - Excellent condition

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This original Māori Mere Pounamu, a traditional short-range striking weapon made of jade (not tested), dates from the mid-20th century and is in excellent condition.

Vintage Greenstone - Greenstone Mere - Maori - New Zealand

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This original Māori Mere Pounamu, a traditional short-range striking weapon made of jade (not tested), dates from the mid-20th century and is in excellent condition.

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